Teamlink and Shenandoah Mountain Guides

Guided Hiking
2026-09-10 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-12 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-15 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-17 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-19 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
The magic of Shenandoah can’t be experienced from behind a windshield… The real magic of Shenandoah is waiting to be discovered in the backcountry on the hundreds of miles of trails and old roads found within the park’s boundaries.
Our Guided Hikes range from 2 to six hours (you choose) and the destinations can range from windswept mountaintops to spectacular waterfalls, from wildflower-filled meadows, to traces of old mountain communities.

Flora, fauna, geology and history.. Shenandoah in all of her glory!
All hikes are led by our founder and noted outdoor/wilderness educator, Andy Nichols. Andy is a native son, who has worked around the world. An EMT (wilderness), a passionate teacher and park steward, he is both insured and permitted to guide and teach in Shenandoah.

Discover the magic!

*Private Adventure
2026-09-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-18 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates
Sometimes, you just want to experience the exhilaration of adventure with just you, your special friends and a guide. This is for you! You can choose from any of our adventures and classes, or combine any of them into a custom trip. ( we can help you design the experience)
All trips are guided by Andy…
All Private Adventures are led by Andy Nichols, one of the top outdoor adventure educators in the country. Andy has been recognized as an “Outdoor Legend” by “Blue Ridge Outdoors” magazine, and has been featured in magazines including National Geographic Adventure and Southern Living. His students range from Tier 1 operators to Scouts, from corporate executives to family vacationers, from NPS Search and Rescue teams to foreign embassy staff. His more than 50 years of experience will guarantee that you will have an amazing time!

Cascading 1 (mtn swimming)
2026-09-11 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-14 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-16 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-18 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Various
There is nothing as sweet as a few laps in some of our mountain pools.. all spring fed, all bracingly cool, all dazzlingly crystal clear. These mountain treasures have been destinations for years… the hotter the midsummer day, the better! Add a few jumping rocks, a “waterfall jacuzzi”, a smooth waterslide, a stream to wade, and a waterfall to rappel through…. and it is the perfect getaway adventure day.. for families and friends.
Cascading is basically wet, very wet, canyoneering.
All cascading days are led by Andy Nichols, one of the top outdoor adventure educators in the country. Andy has been recognized as an “Outdoor Legend” by “Blue Ridge Outdoors” magazine, and has been featured in magazines including National Geographic Adventure and Southern Living. His students range from Tier 1 operators to Scouts, from corporate executives to family vacationers, from NPS Search and Rescue teams to foreign embassy staff. Andy and his team pioneered this sport in the East. His many years of experience will guarantee that you will have an amazing time!

In fact, Southern Living Magazine has declared our cascading program as “ the best summer adventure in the South”! Come see why!

*Unfortunately, cascading programs cannot run on weekends or holidays, but if you can get away to join us during the week, we think you’ll agree that it is the BEST adventure!*

Intro to Outdoor Survival/Basic Skills
2026-09-11 09:00 - 15:30 UTC | Various
When everything goes wrong, learn to not just survive, but to thrive!
If you are interested in preparing for the worst, this is a great place to start!
Highly experiential.. learn the skills to survive! Build your own survival kit.. This is fieldcraft and outdoor knowledge and wisdom at the next level.. learn about water acquisition, shelter, signalling, fire building, navigation and so much more.The first half is class the second half is in the field.
No one who enjoys the outdoors should be without this class!
This was developed by Teamlink for the Discovery Channel in support of their Bear Grylls series…
(Classes are offered in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia and the Catoctin Mountains of Maryland)
Maryland dates:
Friday, June 26, Saturday,August 29, Saturday, September 26, Saturday, October 24
*This class can be scheduled upon demand. It is not restricted to the dates indicated

Rock Climbing
2026-09-12 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-14 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-15 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-17 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-19 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Shenandoah National Park
Get that “aired-out” feeling, while climbing almost 3000’ above the Shenandoah Valley floor*. This is an unforgettable experience that will make your trip to Shenandoah National Park complete*… a full day of adventure for both young and young at heart. All necessary gear is provided. Advance registration isrequired. This is an introductory thru intermediate level climbing program.

The climbing programs are not extraordinarily physically demanding (for a person of average fitness), but they can be psychologically challenging.
All participants should bring a camera for this exciting day!
*For convenience, we have permits for guiding at climbing sites throughout the four state (PA, MD, VA and WV) region.
All climbing days are led by Andy Nichols, one of the top outdoor adventure educators in the country. Andy has been recognized as an “Outdoor Legend” by “Blue Ridge Outdoors” magazine, and has been featured in magazines including National Geographic Adventure and Southern Living. His students range from Tier 1 operators to Scouts, from corporate executives to family vacationers, from NPS Search and Rescue teams to foreign embassy staff. His more than 50 years of experience will guarantee that you will have an amazing time!
**If you have a day in mind for a climbing adventure, and it is not shown on the calendar, with sufficient advance planning we can probably arrange it.
Call us at 301.667.3560 or email mtnjedi@gmail for more information

Rappelling
2026-09-12 09:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Experience the thrill of accessing places in the vertical realm!

Learn the techniques to harness gravity to explore cliffs, canyons and structures. Rappelling is a skill used for recreation, work and rescue
Equipment, self rescue, safety, knots, anchors and so much more are covered in this comprehensive introduction.
All necessary equipment his provided for this class.

Cascading 2
2026-09-16 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Ready to step up your adventure level?

Have you completed the level 1 adventure? Are you a swimmer? In pretty good physical condition?
Then… this is for you! This trip only runs a few times each year, but if you are lucky enough to go, you will NEVER forget it!
…with multiple waterfall rappels, exploring remote pools, and traveling WAY deep in the canyon, there are hardly words to fully convey the experience.
*strong swimming skills and comfort in deeper water are required for this adventure!

Map and Compass (Land Navigation)
2026-09-18 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-09-19 09:00 - 15:30 UTC | Various
Learn about land navigation in the absence of technology. Magnetic Compass, topographic map.. even the Sun! Learn how to find out: Where you are; Where you are going; and, How you are going to get there. This is a full day course, taught outdoors, in the mountains! All needed equipment is provided. Never feel helplessly lost again!
Navigation in the absence of technology is a thousands of years old skill…. But it’s not rocket science. Too many navigation courses become needlessly complex and overly complicated… and leave students more frustrated than empowered… and that is definitely not fun!
See why our class draws students from all over the country.
It’s simple, it’s effective, it’s fun!

Taught in the mountains of Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park National Park, and Maryland’s Catoctin Mountains, the scenery just adds to the magic!
Maryland dates:
Sunday, June 7, Saturday, July 18, Saturday, Aug 1, Saturday, September 5, Friday, October 2, Saturday, November 7
*This class can be offered anytime during the year and in many locations. It is not restricted to just the dates shown. Contact us to schedule your custom class.
